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Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell’s offense has been a problem this season, and the solution many want isn’t a realistic option

You may want Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell to stop calling plays, but it's not nearly as simple as just not doing it.

By Tyler Forness · A to Z Sports

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Tyler Forness argues that removing Kevin O'Connell from play-calling duties is not a realistic solution for Minnesota's offense.
The Minnesota Vikings improved to 6-0 on the season following a 16-10 victory over the Indianapolis Colts.
The writer notes that neither offensive coordinator Wes Phillips nor quarterbacks coach Josh McCown has called regular-season NFL plays.

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Despite starting the season 6-0 following a 16-10 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, the Minnesota Vikings continue to experience offensive struggles under head coach Kevin O'Connell. Writer Tyler Forness argues that while fans frequently call for O'Connell to hand over play-calling duties, making such a change mid-season is not a realistic or beneficial solution for the team.

Forness points out that offensive coordinator Wes Phillips and quarterbacks coach Josh McCown lack regular-season NFL play-calling experience. Additionally, with Minnesota already boasting top-ranked defense and special teams units, the writer contends that player execution issues and poor running game efficiency mean replacing O'Connell as the play caller could potentially make the offense worse.

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